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THE ENGLISH CENTER
There’s More Than English at The English Center!
SCHOOL CATALOG
2019 – 2020 This catalog is certified true and correct in content and policy.
Y a m i l a M . Carballo
Yamila M. Carballo, Principal
ACCREDITATION
Since 2004
The English Center
has been accredited by the
Commission of the Council on
Occupational Education (COE)
7840 Roswell Road
Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, Georgia 30350
Telephone: (800) 917-2081
Fax: (770) 396-379
www.council.org
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................................. -1-
MISSION STATEMENT ...................................................................................................................... -1-
VISION STATEMENT ......................................................................................................................... -1-
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE ................................................................................................................... -1-
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY ......................... -2-
GENERAL INFORMATION........................................................................... -3-
HISTORY ............................................................................................................................................... -3-
FACILITIES ......................................................................................................................................... -3-
PROGRAM OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................... -3-
OPEN ENTRY/OPEN EXIT PROGRAMS .......................................................................................... -3-
BOOKSTORE ........................................................................................................................................ -3-
LOST AND FOUND ............................................................................................................................. -4-
CHILD CARE CENTER ....................................................................................................................... -4-
FOOD PLAZA… ................................................................................................................................... -4-
MEDIA CENTER .................................................................................................................................. -4-
COPYRIGHT POLICY ......................................................................................................................... -4-
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT .................................................................................................................. -4-
SECURITY ............................................................................................................................................ -5-
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................... -5-
PARKING .............................................................................................................................................. -5-
2019-2020 SCHOOL CALENDAR ....................................................................................................... -5-
STUDENT SERVICES ................................................................................... -6-
ADMISSIONS ....................................................................................................................................... -6-
COUNSELING ...................................................................................................................................... -7-
STUDENT HEALTH ............................................................................................................................ -7-
ATTENDANCE POLICY ...................................................................................................................... -7-
TRANSFER POLICY ............................................................................................................................ -7-
WITHDRAWAL POLICY ..................................................................................................................... -7-
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FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION .................................................................. -8-
FINANCIAL AID .................................................................................................................................. -8-
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. -9-
FINANCIAL AID STANDARDS OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS ....................................................... -9-
TUITION/FEES .................................................................................................................................... -11-
2019-2020 TUITION/FEE SCHEDULE ............................................................................................. -12-
TUITION FEE WAIVERS ................................................................................................................... -12-
PRO-RATED FEES .............................................................................................................................. -13-
REFUND POLICY ................................................................................................................................ -13-
SKILLS FOR ACADEMIC, VOCATIONAL AND ENGLISH STUDIES (SAVES) ......................... -14-
ACADEMIC POLICIES .................................................................................. -15-
GRADING SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................... -15-
PROBATION ................................................................................................................................. -15-
PROGRESS RECORDS ................................................................................................................ -15-
TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (TABE) ...................................................................... -16-
APPLIED ACADEMICS FOR ADULT EDUCATION (AAAE) ................................................ -16-
LICENSURE PROGRAMS ........................................................................................................... -16-
STUDENTS’ RIGHTS ................................................................................... -17-
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW AND CAMPUS SECURITY ACT OF 1990 ............................. -17-
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS .......................................................................... -17-
DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT: COMPLAINT PROCEDURE FOR STUDENTS ....... -18-
STUDENT RECORDS ............................................................................................................. -19-
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ............................................................................ -19-
STUDENT CONDUCT ............................................................................................................ -19-
STUDENT DRESS CODE ....................................................................................................... -20-
ADULT GENERAL EDUCATION (AGE) .......................................................... -21-
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................ -21-
LENGTH OF COURSE ........................................................................................................... -21-
COST ........................................................................................................................................ -21-
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) ..................................................................................... -21-
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) ........................................ -21-
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GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (GED) .................................... -22-
SKILLS FOR ACADEMIC, VOCATIONAL AND ENGLISH STUDIES (SAVES) .............. -22-
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT FOR ADULT GENERAL EDUCATION (AGE) ....................... -22-
CAREER/TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS ........................................... -23-
ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION ........................................................ -24-
AIR-CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION AND HEATING TECHNOLOGY 1 ................ -24-
ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION ..................................... -25-
DIGITAL DESIGN 1………………………………………………………………………………………………………… . -25-
DIGITAL DESIGN 2………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .. -26-
DIGITAL MEDIA/MULTIMEDIA DESIGN .......................................................................... -27-
EDUCATION AND TRAINING ...................................................................... -28-
CHILD CARE CENTER OPERATIONS ................................................................................ -28-
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ..................................................................................... -29-
HUMAN SERVICES ..................................................................................... -30-
COSMETOLOGY ..................................................................................................................... -30-
FACIALS SPECIALTY ........................................................................................................... -31-
NAILS SPECIALTY ................................................................................................................ -32-
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY .................................................................... -33-
NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION ......................................................................... -33-
FACULTY LISTING ...................................................................................... -34-
TEC School Catalog 2019-2020 Administration
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THE ENGLISH CENTER
3501 SW 28th
STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133
PHONE: (305) 445-7731
WEBSITE: www.tecmiami.com
ADMINISTRATION
Ms. Yamila M. Carballo, Principal
Mr. Gonzalo Raventós, Assistant Principal
Mr. Manuel Ruiz, Assistant Principal
Ms. Ana Varona, Assistant Principal
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The English Center is to develop students’ vocational, social, technological,
physical and emotional potential in a
wholesome, self-paced supportive environment. This endeavor encourages them to become
lifelong learners and contributing ethical citizens
in a multicultural and changing world.
VISION STATEMENT
The English Center is a full-service adult
education center that will continuously strive to
provide access to challenging literacy,
vocational, and community education while
building learning communities designed to
maximize student success.
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Please accept my warmest welcome to The
English Center (TEC). Functioning in a
tropical and diverse South Florida
community, The English Center sustains an
accepting environment which continues to
maintain singularly impressive results.
The English Center has a rich history
within the educational annals of the school
district. It is governed by the School Board
of Miami-Dade County through its
Superintendent, Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho.
The English Center reports to the Office of
Adult and Community Education/District
School Operations.
The school serves more than 7,000 students
enrolled each year in Adult General
Education (AGE) and Career/Technical
Education (CTE) programs. The school is
accredited by the Commission of the
Council on Occupational Education (COE).
As you browse through the catalog, you
will find that a broad range of the courses
and programs offered at The English Center
meet the educational needs of the citizens
of the community in a very supportive way.
We greatly appreciate your interest in The
English Center and hope to see you on
our campus very soon.
Educationally yours,
Yamila M. Carballo Yamila M. Carballo
Principal
TEC School Catalog 2019-2020 Non-Discrimination Policy
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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
SCHOOL BOARD
ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida adheres to a policy of non-
discrimination in employment and
educational programs/activities and strives
affirmatively to provide equal opportunity
for all as required by:
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 -
prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,
color, religion, or national origin.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
as amended - prohibits discrimination in
employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, or national origin.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of
1972 - prohibits discrimination on the basis
of gender.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act
of 1967 (ADEA), as amended - prohibits
discrimination on the basis of age with
respect to individuals who are at least 40.
The Equal Pay Act of 1963, as amended -
prohibits gender discrimination in payment
of wages to women and men performing
substantially equal work in the same
establishment.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 - prohibits discrimination against the
disabled.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
(ADA) - prohibits discrimination against
individuals with disabilities in
employment, public service, public
accommodations, and telecommunications.
The Family and Medical Leave Act of
1993 (FMLA) - requires covered employers
to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-
protected leave to “eligible” employees for
certain family and medical reasons.
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of
1978 - prohibits discrimination in
employment on the basis of pregnancy,
childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Florida Educational Equity Act (FEEA) - prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, marital status, or handicap against a student, or employee.
Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 -
secures for all individuals within the state
freedom from discrimination because of
race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
age, handicap, or marital status.
Title II of the Genetic Information
Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA)
– prohibits discrimination against
employees or applicants because of
genetic information.
Boy Scouts of America Equal Access
Act of 2002 – no public school shall deny
equal access to, or a fair opportunity for
groups to meet on school premises or in
school facilities before or after school
hours, or discriminate against any group
officially affiliated with Boy Scouts of
America or any other youth or community
group listed in Title 36 (as a patriotic
society).
Veterans are provided re-employment
rights in accordance with P.L. 93-508
(Federal Law) and Section 295.07,
(Florida Statutes), which stipulates
categorical preferences for employment.
School Board Policies 1362, 3362, 4362,
and 5517 prohibit harassment and/or
discrimination against students, employees,
or applicants on the basis of sex, race, color,
ethnic or national origin, religion, marital
status, disability, genetic information, age,
political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender,
gender identification, social and family
background, linguistic preference, and other
legally prohibited basis. Retaliation for
engaging in a protected activity is also
prohibited.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HISTORY
The English Center (TEC) is part of the Miami-Dade
County Public Schools. It was established in 1962 as
a special center for English instruction to address the
needs of the large numbers of refugees arriving to the
shores of South Florida. Although the center
continued to fulfill the needs for thousands of
immigrants from many different countries, the
demand to diversify its education offerings became
imminent. The growing population surrounding the
center needed career/technical training to compete in
the workforce. Rising to the challenge to fill this
need, TEC embarked on its quest of offering quality
career/technical training. Thus, evolved the school’s
motto: There is more than English at The English
Center. TEC remains a gateway to education and
opportunities for arriving immigrants, as well as a
symbol of pride and a reminder to many Americans
of their first educational and cultural experience in
the United States.
FACILITIES
The English Center is a full-service adult education
center and technical college that offers
career/technical education and Adult General
Education programs on a full-time and/or a part-time
basis.
The 380,000 square foot campus houses a faculty and
staff of almost 200 people, including administrators,
counselors, teachers, clerks, paraprofessionals,
security, and custodians. The school operates
Monday - Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.,
Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday and
Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Career/technical education post-secondary
certificate programs are offered in five different
career clusters: Architecture and Construction,
Arts, A/V Technology and Communications,
Education and Training, Human Services, and
Information Technology. The Adult General
Education (AGE) curriculum includes the
following: English for Speakers of Other
Languages (ESOL), Adult Basic Education
(ABE), Citizenship, and General Educational
Development (GED) which is test preparation to
obtain a high school diploma and basic skills
remediation. Guidance counselors assist all
students. Case managers work on introducing new
students to Career Pathways, a program which
assists with future career choices, providing
support and follow-up to ensure their progress.
OPEN-ENTRY/OPEN-EXIT PROGRAMS
Programs are open-entry/open-exit which means
that students may enroll at any time during the
trimester. Prospective students are encouraged to
check with a counselor or instructor to determine
the specific admission requirements of their
program of interest.
BOOKSTORE
A currently enrolled student may purchase books
and other school-related items in the school
bookstore. A valid TEC student identification (ID)
badge is required to make purchases. The
bookstore is located adjacent to the H building.
Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday
from 8:30 AM to 5:45 p.m., and 6:45 p.m. to 8:30
p.m. On Friday, the hours of operation are from
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, and Sunday the
bookstore operates 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Credit
cards, debit cards, and cash are accepted. All sales
on all items are final.
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LOST AND FOUND
Articles that are found are taken to the main office.
Proper student identification is required for lost articles
to be returned.
CHILD CARE CENTER
Child care services are offered for staff members and
students with children between the ages of three to
twelve. For eligibility and guidelines contact the Child
Care Center Office, located in Room A-1.
FOOD PLAZA
A food services plaza is located directly across from the
main office. The Food Plaza is open Monday-Friday
from 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday- Thursday in
the evening from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., and Saturday
and Sunday from 11:30 a.m to 12:00 p.m. Vending
machines are also conveniently located across from the
B building courtyard.
MEDIA CENTER
The media center’s hours of operation are Monday
through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on Saturday from
8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to
3:00 p.m. It is located in Room B-5. The media center
allows students who are currently enrolled to research
academic subjects, to access information on current
events, and to review reference materials for school
projects. An on-line Career Resource Center is
available along with free resume writing assistance. In
order to use the media center, students are required to
provide valid student identification. Students using
computers with Internet access must adhere to the
Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ Acceptable Use
Policy for Internet Use.
(Copies are available in the media center.)
COPYRIGHT POLICY
TEC adheres to Miami-Dade County School
Board Policy “2531 - Copyrighted Works” in
compliance with copyright laws and fair use
guidelines.
Students are reminded that a copyright is the legal
protection of intellectual property, in whatever
medium is provided for by the laws of the United
States, to the owners of a copyright. Types of
works that are covered by copyright law include,
but are not limited to, literary, dramatic, musical,
artistic, pictorial, graphic, film, and multi-media
works. Many people understand that printed works
such as books and magazine articles are covered by
copyright laws, but they are not aware that the
protection extends to software, digital works, and
unpublished works and covers all forms of a work,
including its digital transmission and subsequent
use. Any unauthorized distribution of copyrighted
material, including unauthorized peer-to-peer file
sharing, may subject an individual to civil and
criminal liabilities. For more information regarding
copyright expectations and penalties, please visit
http://www.copyright.gov the U. S. Copyright
Office’s website.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
There are various computer laboratories that
facilitate learning. They are stationed in Adult
General Education (AGE) classrooms,
career/technical education classrooms, and the media
center. Computers for students’ use are also located
in rooms C-1 and D-1 and in the H wing.
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SECURITY
Security personnel ensure the protection and safety of
students, faculty, and staff including use of the Raptor
Visitor Management System. The English Center has
a security plan detailing procedures to follow in the
event of both internal and external emergencies. Both
security lockdowns and fire drills are held
periodically throughout the year, as per school district
mandates. Signs for evacuation routes in case of an
emergency are posted in every classroom, lab, and
office throughout the campus.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION
Students must wear a current and valid TEC
student identification badge (ID) visible at all times.
The badge must be shown upon request by any
school official. Student identification badges are
obtained for a $5.00 fee at the time of registration
for classes. A replacement student identification
badge, which can be obtained in the registration
office, also costs $5.00. Disciplinary action can be
taken against students not having and/or not
displaying a valid student identification badge
PARKING
School bus transportation is not provided for
students; however, local buses and Metrorail services
are available in close proximity to the school. Contact
the office of the Miami-Dade Transit Department for
times and stop locations. The telephone number is
(305) 891-3131 or check the website
www.miamidade.org/transit. The school provides
several large free parking areas for currently enrolled
students and visitors. In addition clearly marked
handicapped parking spaces are available in each
parking area.
2019-2020 SCHOOL CALENDAR
ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
2019 - 2020 (1) Fall Trimester
August 19, 2019 Beginning of Trimester
September 2, 2019 Legal Holiday
September 30, 2019 Teacher Planning Day
October 9, 2019 Teacher Planning Day
November 4, 2019 Teacher Planning Day
November 11, 2019 Legal Holiday
November 27, 2019 Teacher Planning Day
November 28, 2019 Legal Holiday
November 29, 2019 Recess Day
December 20, 2019 End of Trimester
December 23, 2019 Winter Break-Recess
to
January 5, 2020 Winter Break-Recess
2019 - 2020 (2) Winter Trimester
January 6, 2020 Beginning of Trimester
January 20, 2020 Teacher Planning Day
February 17, 2020 Legal Holiday
March 23, 2020 Spring Break-Recess
to
March 27, 2020 Spring Break-Recess
April 19, 2020 End of Trimester
April 20, 2020 Teacher Planning day
2019 - 2020 (3) Summer Trimester
April13, 2020 Beginning of Trimester
May 25, 2020 Legal Holiday
June 4, 2020 Teacher Planning Day
July 3, 2020 Legal Holiday
July 6, 2020 Teacher Planning Day
July 28, 2020 End of Trimester
July 29, 2020 Teacher Planning Day No classes are scheduled on holidays, recess days, and teacher
planning days.
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STUDENT SERVICES
ADMISSIONS
Any person 16 years of age or older, officially withdrawn
from the K-12 program in Miami-Dade County Public
Schools, may enroll in programs offered through TEC. As
one of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, The
English Center adheres to a policy of non-discrimination
and strives affirmatively to provide equal opportunity to
all potential and current students. Any individual with
physical or mental disorders applying for admission will
be referred to Vocational Rehabilitation or other
appropriate agencies which will work closely with the
school in determining when the individual is ready to be
accepted for admission to the adult center.
Career/technical education (CTE) students who wish to
enter programs of 450 clock hours of instruction or more
must complete a basic skills examination within the first
six (6) calendar weeks after admission into the program.
The following exemptions from meeting basic skills
testing requirements apply:
1) Students who possess a college degree at the
associate of applied science level or higher
2) Students who entered 9th grade in a Florida
public school in the 2003-2004 school year,
or any year thereafter, and earned a Florida
standard high school diploma.
3) Students who are serving as active duty
members of any branch of the United States
Armed Services shall not be required to take
the usual placement test and shall not be
required to enroll in developmental
education.
4) Students who pass a state or national industry
certification or licensure examination as
delineated in the Basic Skills Licensure
Exemption List found at www.fldoe.org, and
aligned to the career/technical education
program in which the student is enrolled. 5) Adult students enrolled in an apprenticeship
program that is registered with the Florida
Department of Education in accordance
with the provisions of Chapter 446.
6) Students with disabilities may request
testing accommodations, if they provide
written documentation verifying their
disability or may be exempted from
meeting the basic skills requirements.
Prospective students may register directly for many
courses that do not have pre-entrance requirements by
completing registration. CTE students pay a $15.00
application fee each trimester (with the exception of
tuition exempt students) and a $5.00 student ID fee,
plus any tuition fees. For certain post-secondary
programs, such as those within the Education and
Training career cluster, prospective students must also
meet with a counselor prior to enrollment because of
additional admissions requirements, including proof of
obtaining a high school diploma, minimum scores on
an entrance test, Level 2 background check, and/or
orientation sessions. Students who do not qualify for
their original program choice are referred to alternate
programs or remediation. Students enrolling in Adult
General Education programs are required pay a $5.00
non-refundable testing fee in order to take prior a basic
skills test for placement, prior to registration, which
will determine the appropriate level of study.
It is the policy of TEC to check the validity of all high
school diplomas submitted for admission. Validity will
be confirmed as follows:
Contact the school directly and ask detailed
questions about courses, guarantees, and
accreditation.
Confirm that any information provided by
the school can be verified with an official
transcript.
Check the registration of the school with the
Florida Department of Education.
Check with the State Attorney General’s Office for complaints or legal action against the school.
Confirm the standing of the school with the
Better Business Bureau.
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COUNSELING
TEC offers a comprehensive guidance program in
order to address the personal, social, educational,
and career needs of all students. The counseling staff
is well-trained and offers personalized services to
each student. A guidance counselor is available
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. and
Monday to Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
In addition, TEC is a part of the Career Pathways
Initiative. There are case managers who provide
orientation, support, and follow-up for entering
students. They are available in the main office
Monday and Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.,
Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to
6:15p.m., and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
STUDENT HEALTH
TEC has no student health facilities or personnel to
render medical assistance of any type. If a student
has a medical problem that might result in an
emergency situation, the student should inform the
instructor of the condition when initially entering
the class. If a student emergency occurs, school
officials will call fire rescue, whose personnel will
make the decision as to the need for an ambulance.
If an ambulance is dispatched, the student requiring
medical attention is responsible for payment.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
All students are expected to attend class regularly
and as scheduled. Attendance is maintained by the
teacher on a daily basis through an electronic grade
book. Students who fail to report to class during the
first three (3) days of their initial registration will be
withdrawn as a no-show. All career/ technical
education students who accumulate four (4)
consecutive absences will be withdrawn from class.
All Adult General Education students will be
withdrawn upon accumulating six (6) consecutive
absences.
TRANSFER POLICY
Students may transfer from one program to
another program within the institution or from
other institutions by obtaining the
recommendation of counselors and instructors.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
Withdrawal of students occurs upon the sixth (6)
consecutive absence for Adult General Education
classes and upon the fourth (4) consecutive absence
for career/technical education classes. Students who
fail to report to class during the first three (3) days
of their initial registration will be withdrawn as a no-
show. Students may also officially withdraw by
notifying the registrar.
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FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
FINANCIAL AID
All students who plan to enroll in
career/technical education classes at The
English Center are encouraged to complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid,
(FAFSA) for the current year. The federal
school code for TEC is 035704, and the
application can be accessed at
www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students are required to
complete a new FAFSA for each academic
year. Some of the financial aid applications are
randomly selected for a verification process.
All financial aid at TEC is need-based
assistance. For students to be eligible for federal
financial aid, such as the Pell Grant, they must
be enrolled in a career/technical education
program of 600 or more clock hours of
instruction. For students to be eligible for a
Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG),
students must be enrolled at TEC in a
career/technical education program of 450 or
more clock hours of instruction. District
Financial Aid Programs (DFAP) and Fee
Waiver aid programs are also available on a
limited basis. Eligibility for these funding
sources is dependent on completing the FAFSA
application for student aid. Deferments are
given for tuition and some fees. Students are
responsible for purchasing their books,
supplies, and uniforms. Qualified Pell Grant
recipients may receive textbooks as part of the
award. For students to maintain all types of
financial aid, students must maintain a
Satisfactory Academic Performance (SAP).
Financial assistance is available in the Financial
Aid Office, located in the Registration
Department. Adult General Education (AGE)
programs and courses are not specifically
offered for job entry or advancement.
Therefore, they are not accredited by the
Council on Occupational Education (COE) and
do not qualify for Title IV financial aid
assistance.
.
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GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
In order to participate in the Pell Grant
financial aid program, a student must comply
with the following eligibility requirements:
1. Hold United States citizenship or United
States permanent resident status.
2. Hold a high school diploma or high
school diploma from a foreign country.
3. Be enrolled in a certificate program
consisting of at least 600 or more clock
hours of instruction for federal financial
aid. Students enrolled in programs of less
than 600 hours may be eligible for
district financial aid and FSAG.
4. Be enrolled in a program of less than 900
clock hours of instruction, which will
make the student eligible for the Pell
Grant.
5. Make satisfactory progress in academics
and attendance.
6. Not be in default or owe a refund for any
aid previously received.
7. Sign a statement certifying non-
participation in any drug related activity.
8. Register with the United States Selective
Service, if required to do so by federal law.
FINANCIAL AID STANDARDS OF
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Miami-Dade County Public Schools in
conjunction with federal regulations has
established the following standards of
academic progress, which must be met to
continue receiving financial assistance. These
standards become effective when the student
starts the program, not when the student
applies for financial aid. For returning
students the standards start the first day the
student enters the class in the following
trimester.
A. To make satisfactory progress a student
must meet the following standards:
The Satisfactory Academic Progress Report
must be utilized by the financial aid officer
in order to document and monitor a
student’s progress at the completion of each
payment period. The Satisfactory Academic
Progress Report Form (FM 5431), is
completed by the career/technical education
teacher and returned to the financial aid
officer. It will indicate the student’s current
attendance data, as reflected in FOCUS and
the pace towards program completion, as
well as the student’s current grade based on
weekly academic assessments derived from
class/shop work, externships, and other
practicum experiences which appear in
FOCUS, a web based integrated software
system to manage student data. The school’s
registrar will confirm a student’s attendance
to ensure completion of the scheduled
number of hours enrolled.
The Satisfactory Academic Progress criteria
that are expected from all students are as
follows:
➢➢ Satisfactorily attain a minimum grade of
“C” or better or GPA of 2.0 and above
➢➢ Satisfactorily complete outcomes at a
rate to finish the program within their
individual timeframe of enrollment
➢➢ Successfully complete 67% of the
maximum scheduled hours for which the
student is enrolled
If a student fails to make satisfactory
academic progress as reflected on the
Satisfactory Academic Progress Report, a
meeting will be held with the student and
the financial aid officer. The student will be
placed on financial aid warning for one
payment period and will be ineligible to
receive financial aid. The financial aid
officer will closely monitor the student’s
progress and if the student regains
satisfactory academic progress while on
financial aid warning, the student will be
considered as being in academic
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compliance, and the student’s eligibility will
be reinstated.
If the student fails to achieve a Satisfactory
Academic Progress Report, while on financial
aid warning, the student will be notified of the
cancellation of the financial aid award. The
student will have the opportunity to appeal
such action and can submit a Financial Aid
Student Appeals form (FM 6863) obtained
from the financial aid officer in order to
request an appeal. All requests for appeal will
be heard by the school’s Financial Aid Appeals
Committee which will be comprised of an
administrator, a financial aid officer, a
guidance counselor, and the respective career/
technical education teacher. The committee
will convene as needed and will carefully
review all information and documentation
related to the student’s appeal. The committee
will render a written decision to the student
within 48 hours of the appeal hearing using the
Student Appeals form (FM 6863). The
decisions of the Financial Aid Appeals
Committee are final.
If the student’s appeal is approved, a meeting
will be held with the student and the financial
aid officer, and the student will then be placed
on financial aid probation status for one
payment period. Reinstatement of a student’s
financial aid after an appeal is denied can only
be attained if the student attends a trimester
without financial assistance and achieves
satisfactory academic progress for that
payment period. Students will be entitled to
one (1) appeal hearing during the entire length
of the student’s program.
The financial aid officer and the
career/technical education teacher will work
together to closely monitor a student’s progress
when on financial aid probation. Should the
student regain satisfactory academic progress
during the next evaluation, the student will be
considered in academic compliance and
eligibility will be reinstated. If a student does
not make satisfactory academic progress while
on financial aid warning or financial aid
probation, a meeting will be held with the
student and the financial aid officer and the
student will be informed that the student will
not be eligible for the payment period following
the “unsatisfactory” Academic Progress
Report. The student will be financially
responsible for the academic expenses until the
student has successfully reestablished
satisfactory academic progress.
A student who exceeds the maximum hours of
eligibility will be considered as not making
satisfactory academic progress and will no
longer be eligible for financial aid. Through the
consistent and daily use of FOCUS, the school
district’s data warehouse system, the financial
aid officer will be able to effectively monitor all
student’s hours and academic grades in order to
make the necessary satisfactory academic
progress determination.
A student is considered as ineligible when it
becomes mathematically impossible for the
student to complete the program within 150%
of the length of the program.
A student who transfers will have the hours and
grades earned at the previous school counted
towards the student’s satisfactory academic
progress.
If a student withdraws, the existing hours and
grades upon re-entering will be counted
towards the student’s satisfactory academic
progress.
Awards will be recalculated when needed, in
order to ensure proper compliance with
Satisfactory Academic Progress.
B. The number of trimesters a student will be
eligible to receive Pell Grant financial aid
will be limited by the number of hours
required to complete the program.
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Length of Program
(Hrs.)
Maximum Trimesters
of Eligibility
600 3
750 3
1050 7
1200 5
If a student exceeds the maximum trimesters of
eligibility as defined in the above chart, the
student will be considered as not making
satisfactory progress and will no longer be
eligible for Pell Grant financial aid.
Additionally, a student is allowed to transfer
programs once. A student will lose eligibility
for financial aid if the student transfers more
than allowed.
C. Appeals Concerning Unsatisfactory
Progress
If notified that financial aid is cancelled, the
student has the opportunity to appeal such
action. The appeal should be in writing and
include the following documents:
1. A letter by the student describing
mitigating circumstances
2. A physician’s note and/or medical
records, if the appeal is based on a
medical reason
3. Any additional supporting documents
The decision of the appeals committee is final.
A student will receive written notification of the
decision. After an appeal is denied,
reinstatement is possible if a student attends one
trimester without financial assistance and
maintains satisfactory progress for that
trimester. A student may be granted only one
appeal during the entire program of study.
D. Verification
Federal regulations require that TEC validates
income and other information reported on the
Pell Grant Student Aid Report (SAR) with the
parent’s/student’s IRS Transcript and attached
schedules. When discrepancies occur, the
corrected SAR must be resubmitted to the
federal processor. The Financial Aid Office
reserves the right to require other
documentation when deemed necessary before
the student becomes eligible for a Pell Grant.
E. Pell Grant Disbursements
Pell Grant aid will be disbursed each trimester
based on the number of clock hours of
instruction students complete in a trimester. A
book voucher can be requested if a student is
enrolled ten days before the beginning of class.
This benefit is available to new students in the
2018-2019 school year. Subsequent payments
are contingent upon the students’ maintaining
satisfactory academic progress. Students can
only receive Pell Grants for a maximum of six
(6) years.
General Disbursement Times for Pell Grant
Recipients
Program Program
Hours
First
Payment
Second
Payment
Third
Payment
A/C, Refrigeration &
Heating Tech.1 750 375 375 -
Cosmetology 1200 450 450 300
Early Childhood Ed. 600 300 300 -
Digital Design 1 600 300 300
Digital Design 2 600 300 300
Digital Media/Multimedia
Design 1050 450 450 150
Facials Specialty 260 130 130 -
Nails Specialty 240 120 120 -
Network Systems Administration
1050 450 450 150
Multiple disbursements may be made within a
single payment period.
TUITION/FEES
Tuition and special fees are collected at the time
of registration for classes. All fees are collected
each trimester. Cash or credit cards are acceptable
forms of payment. Florida residents who enroll in
Adult General Education (AGE) classes such as
Citizenship, English for Speakers of Other
Languages (ESOL), Adult Basic Education
(ABE) and General Education Development
(GED), in preparation for taking the GED test to
obtain a high school diploma, or remediation of
basic skills for career/technical education training
are charged tuition fees. The State of
Florida determines the range per contact hour and
The School Board of Miami-Dade County sets the
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actual amount, subject to change annually. The
amount of tuition varies based on student contact
hours. Rates per contact hour for the 2019-2020
school year are as indicated in the Tuition/Fee
Schedule below.
2019-2020
TUITION/FEE SCHEDULE
Resident (In-State=12 consecutive months of FL residency)
Career/Technical Certificate ............. $ 2.56/hour-
based on 900 hours of attendance per year plus
applicable fees
Non-Resident (Out-of-State=Less than 12 consecutive months of FL residency)
Career/Technical Certificate…… ... $ 10.25/hour-
based on 900 hours of attendance plus applicable
fees
Resident (In-State) Adult General Education (per
trimester) ................................................... $ 30.00
Non-Resident (Out-of-State) Adult General
Education (per trimester) ......................... $ 30.00
Testing fee for Adult General Education (per
trimester) ………………………………… $5.00
Student Identification (ID) badge or replace lost
Student ID badge (per trimester) ................ $ 5.00
Trimester in Career/Technical Education student
application fee (except tuition exempt students)
................................................................... $15.00
When student fees are paid by credit card, the name
and address of the registering student must match
the credit card information.
Other Fees/Costs
Other fees/costs such as textbooks and uniforms
vary according to the program. A fee is charged for
duplicate transcripts and certificates.
TUITION FEE WAIVERS
Tuition fee waivers may be granted to financially
needy students. A Free Application for Student
Financial Aid (FAFSA) must be on file. In order to
qualify, the student cannot receive financial aid from
any other source. A fee waiver application must be
submitted each trimester. In addition, the applicant
must provide documentation verifying financial
need.
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PRO-RATED FEES
A. A pro-rated fee on regular courses is
charged to students enrolling in career/
technical education programs after the
beginning of the trimester as follows:
1. Students registering on the first
through the 21st
calendar day of the
trimester are charged full fees.
2. Students registering from the 22nd
calendar day to the 49th calendar day
after the beginning of the trimester
are charged 75 percent of the fee.
3. Students registering 50 or more days
after the beginning of the trimester are
charged 50 percent of the fee.
4. One lump-sum payment must be made
if a student registers on or after the
22nd
calendar day of the trimester.
B. Partial payments may be received under
the following conditions:
1. A student is registered within the first
21 calendar days of the trimester.
2. One-third of the total fees must be paid
at the time of registration.
3. All fees must be paid by the midpoint
of the course.
4. Non-resident students are not eligible
for partial payments because of federal
immigration policies.
5. Partial payments including special
fees, ID fees, lab fees, application
fees, and liability insurance are non-
refundable.
REFUND POLICY
In the event a student elects to withdraw, the
following M-DCPS refund policy applies:
Students will be eligible for a full refund
of Adult, Post-secondary Career/Technical
Education tuition, test fees and insurance
fees if withdrawn within 5 days of the
beginning of the class start date or the
student registration date, whichever is
later.
Adult General Education (AGE) fees, ID
fees, lab fees, AGE test and application
fees are non-refundable after class starts,
unless the course is cancelled.
The five (5) days shall not apply to
Career/Technical (CTE) courses less than
three weeks or ninety hours in duration. In
such cases, the request for withdrawal
must be made prior to the course meeting
more than two days.
A student is entitled to a full refund of fees
if a course is cancelled by the school
principal or designee, provided that the
student was not reported for membership
during the Workforce Education Fund
survey period in which the class was
counted. If so, only those fees in excess of
the State requirement shall be funded.
Refunds, when due, can be made without
requiring a request from a student. The
school must forward an Application for
Refund by Check/Credit Form 2057 to the
student, and it must be completed and
approved for all eligible refunds. A request
for refund must be made within forty-five
days of the withdrawal date.
Students withdrawn for disciplinary
reasons pursuant to the Adult Student
Code of Conduct are not entitled to a
refund of any tuition and fees.
Students who paid fees but were entitled to
a waiver, voucher, or agency payment
shall be entitled to a refund of those fees
paid only if required evidence of said
waiver, voucher, or agency payment is
presented to the school within 15 school
days of the beginning of the term. In cases
of unusual or extraordinary circumstances
(such as illness, death in the family, etc.)
that precludes a student’s enrollment, the
school principal/designee may honor a
request for full or partial refund of fees
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provided that the request is made in
writing prior to the end of the course and
supporting documentation (where
appropriate) is provided.
Students who receive Federal Student Aid
(Title IV) funds and withdraw from their
program, will receive a refund based on
the Federal post-withdrawal calculation
formula. For additional information,
contact the Financial Aid Office.
If the student fees are subsidized by an
agency and the student withdraws, that
agency is eligible for a refund only if
student attendance is less than 50 percent
of the scheduled hours and if the request is
made in writing.
SKILLS FOR ACADEMIC, VOCATIONAL,
AND ENGLISH STUDIES (SAVES)
The SAVES program pays:
Block tuition fees for SAVES
qualified students who register in
Adult General Education (AGE)
classes including ESOL, ABE,
GED, and Citizenship
Scholarship payments for up to
three (3) trimesters for eligible
students enrolled in a
career/technical education
program including books and
supplies
Students who have lived in Florida
less than one (1) year or cannot
establish Florida residency must
enroll in a course or courses that
total 24 hours per week.
Services are terminated after a student:
Has spent five (5) years in the United
States
Has not progressed and repeated
the AGE class three (3) times
Has completed his/her education goals
Has become a United States citizen
Has relocated outside the service area
Requests to be taken out of the
program
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ACADEMIC POLICIES
GRADING SYSTEM
GRADE NUMERIC
VALUE INTERPRETATION
GRADE POINT
VALUES
A
90 - 100%
Outstanding
4
B
80 - 89%
Good
3
C
70 - 79%
Satisfactory
2
D
60 - 69%
Minimal;
improvement
needed
1
F
0 –59%
Unsatisfactory
0
I
0%
Incomplete
(secondary
only)
0
A majority of the career/technical e d u c a t i o n
programs are competency based and use a variety
of means to assess students’ mastery of the
program including competency checklists,
written tests, performance tests, and student
portfolios, where warranted. A final grade is
given at the time an Occupational Completion
Point (OCP) is earned.
PROBATION
All Career Pathways students under the age of 18
are admitted into the program on a probationary
basis. Referrals of students by instructors to
counselors can include reasons such as tardiness,
lack of attendance, poor performance, and in-
class disruption. If a student is placed on
probation, it will extend for the remainder of the
enrolled trimester.
PROGRESS RECORDS
Hours of attendance and earned OCP’s
summaries for students enrolled in
career/technical education programs can be
obtained through FOCUS, a web based integrated
software system that provides data in a timely and
user friendly manner.
Verification of enrollment and hours of
attendance and an earned Literacy Completion
Points (LCP’s) summary for students enrolled in
Adult General Education (AGE) classes can be
obtained through FOCUS.
Grades and transcripts for career/technical
education students completing OCPs or an entire
program are kept by the registrar with the
Certificate Request Clearance Packet. Grades for
completion of OCPs are manually posted in the
FOCUS system by the registrar. In addition,
career/technical education instructors report their
students’ attainment of competencies and grades
in FOCUS.
Students who have completed career/ technical
education program hours within a Florida public
school system may transfer the hours. All others,
upon furnishing a transcript or evidence of
mastery of specific competencies, may be
advanced in their program of study based on the
assessment of the instructor.
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TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
(TABE)
Students who want to enter career/technical
education programs, but have not met the
minimum basic skills levels established by the
State of Florida for completion of their
career/technical education program, may register
for remediation in Adult Basic Education (ABE)
classes and/or Applied Academics for Adult
Education (AAAE) offered as an online program
concurrently with or prior to the career/technical
education program.
For students who enroll in a career/technical
education program, basic skills testing in
mathematics, language, and reading must be
completed no later than six weeks from the time
of entry. TEC uses the Test of Adult Basic
Education (TABE) for all basic skills testing. All
students must be administered a basic skills test,
even if they hold a high school diploma, with the
following exceptions:
Students who possess a college
degree at the associate of applied
science level or higher
Students who entered 9th
grade in a
Florida public school in the 2003-
2004 school year, or any year
thereafter, and earned a Florida
standard high school diploma or a
student who is serving as an active
duty member of any branch of the
United States Armed Services will
not be required to take the common
placement test and will not be
required to enroll in developmental
education
Students who pass a state or national
industry certification or licensure
examination identified in State
Board of Education rules and
aligned to the career as delineated in
The Basic Skills Licensure
Exemption List found at
www.fldoe.org
Students enrolling in job preparatory
programs of less than 450 clock
hours of instruction
Students who have passed a state, national, or
industry licensure exam are exempt from post-
testing on the basic skills test, Test of Adult Basic
Education (TABE), although they must take an
initial test within six weeks of entering a
career/technical education program. Every school
year the State of Florida submits updates to the
TABE exemption list based on industry licensure
exams.
APPLIED ACADEMICS FOR ADULT
EDUCATION (AAAE)
Applied Academics for Adult Education (AAAE)
is taught through The Learning Center (TLC) as
an online program which provides basic skills
remediation for career/technical education
students. A state approved standardized
examination is used to determine the students’
strengths and weaknesses in reading, language,
and mathematics. This type of remediation assists
students in meeting the adult basic education Test
of Adult Basic Education (TABE) requirements
for the receipt of a career/technical education
certificate. Students may enroll voluntarily.
Students whose test scores fall one or two grade
levels below the career/technical education
program’s basic skills requirement are required to
remediate in the Applied Academics for Adult
Education (AAAE) program by the time of
completion of the career/technical education
program.
LICENSURE PROGRAMS
Currently, the programs for which a passing score
on a licensure examination are required to enter the
workforce are Cosmetology, Facials Specialty,
Nails Specialty, and Early Childhood Education.
Licensure information is submitted to the
Commission on Occupational Education (COE) as
part of the institution’s annual report. Students are
prepared to take a licensure examination and must
have a social security number.
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STUDENTS’ RIGHTS
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW AND
CAMPUS SECURITY ACT OF 1990
The Student Right-To-Know Act requires
institutions to disclose specific information on the
general student population. The Campus Security
Act of 1990 ( The Cleary Act) requires all post-
secondary institutions participating in federal
student aid programs to disclose campus security
policies and certain crime statistics which are posted
on the school’s website.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE FOR
STUDENTS
The English Center participates in Federal student
aid programs that are authorized under Title IV of
the Higher Education Act of 1965. Participating
institutions must be legally authorized to operate
with the state in which it is located.
Title 34 CRF §600.9 requires states to have a
“process to review and appropriately act on
complaints concerning the institution including
enforcing applicable State laws.” Title 34 CFR
§668.43(b) requires that institutions: “make
available for review to any enrolled or prospective
student upon request, a copy of the documents
describing the institution’s accreditation and its
state, federal, or tribal approval or licensing. The
institution must also provide its students or
prospective students with contact information for
filing complaints with its accreditor and with its
State approval or licensing entity and any other
relevant state official or agency that would
appropriately handle a student’s complaint.”
To comply with this regulation, The English Center
makes every effort to resolve student complaints internally. When questions about school policies,
procedures, decisions, or judgments arise, students
are urged to discuss the situation with their
immediate instructor or staff member. Counselors
are available for further discussions and resolution
of differences. Students may formally appeal the
process with the principal. Students are urged to
review the Student Handbook and the Postsecondary
Code of Student Conduct available in the student
services office, on the school’s website, and in the
classrooms. Unresolved complaints may also be
filed with the Florida Department of Education,
Office of Inspector General
(http://app1/fldoe.org/IGComplaint/ComplaintFor
m.aspx) or the accrediting agency, once all other
avenues have been exhausted.
The following steps must be followed for any issue
regarded as a level one student grievance.
1. A student will first discuss the
situation with The English Center
(TEC) instructor.
2. If a resolution is not reached within
five days, the student will document
the problem in writing to the
appropriate administrator.
3. A conference will be scheduled and a
decision rendered
4. If the resolution is not agreed upon, the
grievance is sent to the principal.
5. If the grievance is not settled at the
school, the student has the right to
appeal to the following entities:
District Director School Operations,
Adult and Community Education
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
5780 NW 158th Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Telephone: 305-557-1100
Florida Department of Education
Office of Inspector General
325 West Gaines Street Suite 1201
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
If the grievance is unresolved, the student
has the right to appeal to:
Commission of the Council on Occupational Education
(COE)
7840 Roswell Road Building 300,Suite 325
Atlanta, Georgia 30350 Telephone: (800) 917-2081
Fax: (770) 396-3790
www.council.org
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DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT:
COMPLAINT PROCEDURE FOR
STUDENTS
A student who has a reasonable and good-faith
belief of being the subject of discrimination,
bullying, or harassment because of gender, race,
color, religion, ethnic or national origin, political
beliefs, marital status, age, sexual orientation, social
and family background, linguistic preference,
pregnancy, or disability shall proceed to file a
complaint within 30 days of the alleged
discriminatory act(s) with the following steps:
1. If the student is not satisfied with the
disposition of the grievance at level one
involving the assistant principal, within
five (5) days the student shall
communicate in writing the allegation(s)
to the school principal.
2. If the student does not feel comfortable
discussing the complaint at the school or
region office, the student may file the
complaint directly with the district Civil
Rights Compliance (CRC) office.
3. Because of the sensitive nature of sexual
harassment complaints, students may file
such a complaint directly with the
district CRC office.
4. If the complaint is submitted to the
principal, the principal will be responsible
for scheduling a meeting with the
complainant. In the event that the complaint
involves the student’s principal, the student
may go directly to the next level of
administration, the District Director of
School Operations, Adult and Community
Education
5. If the complaint is not resolved to the
complainant’s satisfaction after discussion
with the principal, or cannot be resolved at
that level, the student may appeal to the
next administrative level, the District
Director of School Operations, Adult and
Community Education.
6. If the complaint is not satisfactorily
resolved at the second level of
administration, as determined by the student,
the complainant may file a complaint with
the School Board’s Office of Civil Rights
Compliance (CRC). The student will be
requested to provide the School Board’s
CRC office signed, specific information
regarding the discriminatory or harassing
action(s) or inaction(s), the basis such as age,
race, or disability for the action(s) or
inaction(s), the alleged offender(s),
witnesses, and other pertinent information.
7. If the student does not agree with the final
determination made by the School Board’s
CRC office, the complainant may appeal the
determination to the Superintendent of
School's designee to hear such appeals by
submitting a letter of appeal within 15
workdays of the date of the final
determination.
8. Failure on the part of the student to initiate
and/or follow-up on a complaint in a timely
manner may result in the complaint being
considered abandoned.
9. In general, students shall continue
attendance at school and pursue their studies,
as directed, while a complaint is pending
resolution.
10. Records of an ongoing investigation shall
remain confidential and not subject to
disclosure pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida
Statutes until a final determination is made
on the case.
11. The address of the CRC office is as follows:
Nicole B. Rutherford, Executive Director
Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC)
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
155 NE 15th Street, Suite P104E
Miami, Florida 33132 Telephone: 305-995-1580
If the complaint is unresolved, appeal to:
Commission of the Council on Occupational Education
(COE)
7840 Roswell Road Building 300,Suite 325 Atlanta, Georgia 30350
Telephone: (800) 917-2081
Fax: (770) 396-3790 www.council.org
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STUDENT RECORDS
Miami-Dade County Public Schools maintains
educational records in accordance with state and
federal laws. Educational records are maintained to
facilitate the instruction, guidance, and educational
progress of students in programs operated under the
authority and direction of the School Board of
Miami-Dade County. These records include the data
necessary to facilitate the orderly educational
progress of students as stated in School Board Policy
8330, Student Records. The document Student
Educational Records, published by the M-DCPS
Division of Student Services, contains the
guidelines and district directives regarding student
records and outlines the rights accorded eligible
students.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
The English Center complies with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA), which protects citizens
of the United States who possess physical or mental
disabilities. The school complies with Section 504
of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act Amendments
of 1973, which states that “no otherwise qualified
handicapped individual in the United States shall,
solely by reason of his/her handicap, be excluded
from the participation in, be denied the benefit of, or
be subjected to discrimination under any program or
activity receiving federal financial assistance.” If it
is determined that an individual is a qualified person
with a disability, a guidance counselor will develop
a 504 Accommodation Plan to ensure equal access
to the instructional programs.
STUDENT CONDUCT
The primary objective of The English Center and
Miami-Dade County Public Schools is to develop
each student's potential for learning and to foster
positive interpersonal relationships. To accomplish
this objective, it is necessary that the school
environment be free from disruptions that interfere
with teaching and learning activities. Student
conduct determines to a great extent the full
development of the potential for learning and the
development of positive relationships. A positive
learning environment provides order and discipline,
as evidenced by the absence of distractions and
disruptions that interfere with the effective
functioning of the student, the class, and the school.
It is also the presence of a safe and friendly, yet
business-like atmosphere, in which students and
school personnel work cooperatively toward
mutually recognized and accepted goals.
A Post-Secondary Student Code of Conduct
has been developed by the school district to
ensure that students have an environment
conducive to learning. Some of the behaviors
that will be considered grounds for
disciplinary action and/or dismissal from the
program include the following:
Refusing to comply with the student
identification (ID) policy to visibly
wear a badge on campus
Using profane or indecent language
and/or displaying such behavior
Using improper conduct resulting in a
disruption anywhere on the school
premises
Defacing or destruction of public
property
Attending classes under the influence of
alcohol, illegal drugs/substances, or the
possession of either
Smoking including the use of an
electronic cigarette on school grounds
Tampering with fire equipment, safety
and evacuation signs, or setting off a fire alarm
Possessing firearms, knives, explosives
or incendiary materials. Weapons,
including licensed, concealed weapons,
are prohibited, except when in the
possession of law enforcement officers
during the execution of their official
duties
Cutting (skipping) scheduled classes
* Note: This list is not all-inclusive. Additional information
regarding the Post-Secondary Student Code of Conduct can
be found at www.tecmiami.com
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STUDENT DRESS CODE
It is essential that students dress appropriately for
the world of work. Because the primary purpose of
The English Center is to prepare students for
employment, students are required to be neat and
clean in appearance. Items of dress that pose a risk
to health and safety, cause classroom disruption, or
create objectionable noise are forbidden. Students
must adhere to the following specific regulations
concerning dress:
No metal cleats on shoes, no clogs, flip
flops, sandals, bedroom slippers or other
shoes without back straps. Safety shoes are
recommended in shop areas.
No written messages or pictures or
symbols on clothing which portray ideas
which may be harmful to the health,
safety, and welfare of students such as
messages related to drugs, smoking,
alcohol, sex, and profanity.
No mini-shorts, micro-mini-skirts, cut-
offs or oversized pants, tank tops, tube
tops, see-through blouses without a
camisole or whole slip, bare backs,
bare midriffs, or plunging neck lines.
No hats or bandanas in the classroom
except for religious purposes.
Students enrolled in a career/technical
program are required to wear uniforms
or apparel suitable to the training.
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ADULT GENERAL EDUCATION (AGE)
Adult General Education (AGE) courses provide
students with the opportunity to improve the level of
literacy skills required to lead productive lives.
Students perform and progress at their own rate
depending on ability, levels of achievement, and
academic and career/technical education goals.
Instruction is individualized in order to meet the
needs of the students. Because AGE programs are
not specifically offered for job entry or
advancement, they are not accredited by the Council
on Occupational Education (COE) and do not
qualify for Title IV financial aid assistance.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is a
required examination to ensure placement in the
appropriate level in Adult Basic Education (ABE)
and General Education Development (GED)
preparation classes. The Comprehensive Adult
Student Assessment System (CASAS) test is
required for appropriate placement in the English for
Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program and
the Citizenship program. Students must be at least
16 years of age and not currently enrolled in any
secondary Miami-Dade County Public School in
order to enroll in all Adult General Education
classes.
LENGTH OF COURSE
ABE - reading/writing/math - variable length
Citizenship - one trimester
ESOL - one trimester minimum per level
GED - one trimester minimum
Online Education (The Learning Center) – varies by
program
COST
Adult General Education courses will be assessed
a block tuition fee as follows:
- In-state tuition (resident) rate
will be $30.00 per trimester.
- Out-of-state tuition (non-
resident) rate will be $30.00 per
trimester.
Students must pay a required $5.00 fee for a
student identification (ID) badge and its renewal,
as well as a $5.00 testing fee each trimester, and
must also purchase textbooks and workbooks for
the classes in which they are registered.
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE)
Adult Basic Education courses provide basic
literacy, mathematics, and writing skills to those
students who are performing below ninth grade
level. Instruction is delivered in the areas of reading,
mathematics, and language. The emphasis of these
courses is to assist adults to function in today’s
competitive society, to prepare for the GED test in
order to receive a high school diploma, and to
encourage further educational endeavors in order to
increase employment opportunities.
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES
(ESOL)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
courses assist students in developing literacy skills
which in turn help students communicate in English,
succeed in career/technical education programs, find
and keep a job, and advance in a chosen career.
There are five consecutive levels of language
instruction in ESOL. These levels are configured
logically and sequentially for language acquisition.
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GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM (GED)
The General Education Development Program
prepares students to take the GED test. Passing the
GED test, results in awarding the students a State of
Florida high school diploma. Florida residents, at
least 18 years of age at the time of application, who
perform at the ninth grade level or higher as
measured by the Test of Adult Basic Education
(TABE) are eligible to register for the GED
preparation class. The GED test which is offered in
English and in Spanish is comprised of four content
areas: Reasoning through Language Arts (150
minutes), Mathematical Reasoning (115 minutes)
Science (90 minutes), and Social Studies (70
minutes). A test candidate 16 or 17 years old may
take the GED test battery if legally withdrawn from
high school and meeting specific criteria including
parental consent, or if granted a waiver by the school
district. Students can study online through The
Learning Center (TLC) or in a classroom setting.
SKILLS FOR ACADEMIC VOCATIONAL AND
ENGLISH STUDIES (SAVES)
SAVES is a federally funded program which
addresses the educational and vocational needs of
adult immigrants who are qualified as refugees,
asylees (from any part of the world) or
parolee/entrants (only from Cuba or Haiti). The
program helps to facilitate the transition of
participating students into the South Florida
community by providing quality services. Further
information can be found under the Financial Aid
section of this catalog.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT FOR ADULT GENERAL
EDUCATION (AGE)
English for Speaker of Other Languages (ESOL)
students have access to computers for instructional
purposes in order to get additional practice in
reading, listening, and speaking English. Through
the use of a variety of software programs including
Burlington English, Cambridge Ventures/Arcade,
Rosetta Stone, and All Star, students view mini-
videos, listen, repeat, record words, phrases, and
sentences and interact with the program to complete
multiple-choice, true/false, matching, and fill-in-
the-blank exercises.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes have
computers available for students to get practice in
reading, language, and mathematics through the use
of Instruction Targeted for TABE Success (ITTS)
and Paceware. With these software programs,
students complete exercises which prepare them to
pass the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) and
the opportunity to take the career/technical
education class of their choice.
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CAREER/TECHNICAL
EDUCATION
PROGRAMS
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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
CAREER CLUSTER
AIR-CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION AND
HEATING TECHNOLOGY 1
C400100
CIP 0647020107
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The objective of the Air-Conditioning,
Refrigeration and Heating Technology I Program
is to prepare students for employment or
advanced training in the air-conditioning,
refrigeration, ventilation, and heating industry.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE The program focuses on broad, transferable skills,
stresses the understanding of the heating, air-
conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation
industry, and demonstrates elements of the
industry such as planning, management, finance,
technical and production skills, underlying
principles of technology, labor issues, community
issues, and health, safety, and environmental
issues.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational Completion
Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
ACR0041 SOC 49-9021
A/C, Refrigeration &
Heating Helper (OCP A)
250
ACR0043 SOC 49-9021
A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic Assistant (OCP B)
250
ACR0047 SOC 49-9021
A/C, Refrigeration and Heating Mechanic 1 (OCP C)
250
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES Classroom, shop, and laboratory are an integral part
of this program. These activities include instruction
in the use of safety procedures and in the care of
tools, equipment, materials, and processes found in
the industry. Equipment and supplies are provided
to enhance hands-on experiences for students in
their chosen occupation.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES This program operates on an open-entry/open- exit
basis. Students may enter the program anytime
during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
750 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon. - Thurs. 6:00 PM - 10:00PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical students to complete
this program are the following:
Mathematics 10
Language 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers often give preference to
applications who complete HVAC training
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Certificate
• Students are strongly recommended to
earn HVAC Excellence Certificates
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Commercial Service Tech, Sales A/C, Heating
or Refrigeration Equipment Technician
SALARY According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor
Statistics, the median pay for a Heating, AC and
Refrigeration Mechanic and Installer was
$47.610 per year of $22.89 per hour.
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ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY AND
COMMUNICATION
CAREER CLUSTER
DIGITAL DESIGN 1
K700100
CIP 0510030307
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Digital Design 1 Program is
to prepare students for employment in digital
publishing positions or to continue with further
education and career training in the Art, A/V
Technology and Communication career cluster.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program focuses on an introduction to design,
digital photography, animation, and use of Adobe
Photoshop CC, Adobe Illustrator CC and Adobe
InDesign CC. Students receive enhanced practical
experiences to develop specialized skills
including preparing multimedia presentations.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational Completion
Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
OTA0040 SOC 15-1151
Information Technology
Assistant (OCP A) 150
GRA0024 SOC 43-9031
Production Assistant (OCP B)
150
GRA0025 SOC 43-9031
Digital Assistant Designer (OCP C)
300
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES Shop or laboratory activities are an integral part
of this program. These activities include scientific
inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving,
emerging technologies, tools and equipment.
Students develop an understanding of the
complexity of empirical work, and skills required
to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot
equipment /tools used to make observations.
Students understand measurement error and how
to interpret data.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 600 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon.-Thurs. 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon.-Thurs. 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical students to complete
this program are the following:
Mathematics 9
Language 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to hold a
Digital Design I Completion Certificate
and certification in graphic design
software.
• Employers usually request a portfolio that
demonstrates creativity and originality.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Digital designer, graphic designer, IT assistant
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay for graphic designers was $50,370
or $24.21 per hour.
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DIGITAL DESIGN 2
K700200
CIP 05510030308
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Digital Design 2 Program is
to prepare students for employment in digital
publishing positions such as information
technology assistant, production assistant, digital
assistant designer, and multimedia designer.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program focuses on enhanced practical
experiences in computer generated art and text,
graphic design, graphic production, electronic
design skills, preparation of electronic layouts and
illustrations, electronic scanning, and
development of specialized skills in multimedia
presentations..
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational Completion
Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
GRA0026 SOC 27-1024
Graphic Designer (OCP A)
300
GRA0027 SOC 27-1014
Media Designer (OCP B)
300
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES Laboratory investigations that include scientific
inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving
emerging technologies, and experimental quality
and safety procedures are an integral part of this
course. Students will develop an understanding of
the complexity of empirical work and the skills
required to manage, operate, calibrate, and
troubleshoot tools used to make observations.
Students learn measurement errors and skills to
aggregate, interpret, and present data.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 600 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED Mon.-Thurs. 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical students to complete
this program are the following:
Mathematics 9
Language 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to hold a
Digital Design 2 Completion
Certificate and certification in graphic
design software.
• Employees usually request a portfolio
that demonstrates creativity and
originality.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Digital designer, graphic designer, multi-media
designer
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay for graphic designers was $50,370
or $24.21 per hour.
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DIGITAL MEDIA/MULTIMEDIA DESIGN
K100200
CIP 0609070208
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Digital Media/Multimedia
Design Program is to prepare students for
employment as multimedia artists and animators.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program focuses on basic practical
experiences in web page design, interactive
presentation development, testing, and
production. Specialized skills such as video
editing, adding audio features, and designing
simple animation are developed, along with using
authoring software to produce a variety of
interactive multimedia presentations.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational Completion
Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
DIG0081 SOC 27-1014
Theory and Foundations of Design (OCP A)
150
DIG0082 SOC 27-1014
Multimedia Digital/Print
Designer (OCP B) 300
DIG0083 SOC 27-1014
Multimedia Web Interactive
Designer (OCP C) 300
DIG0084 SOC 27-1014
Multimedia Integrated Producer
Designer (OCP D)
300
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Shop or laboratory activities are an integral part
of this program. These activities provide
instruction in the use of tools, equipment,
materials, and processes found in the industry.
Students are also instructed in the following:
lettering signs, layout, and design for advertising
art, airbrush for illustrations, photo retouching,
and custom work.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 1050 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED Mon.-Thurs. 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical students to complete
this program are the following:
Mathematics 10
Language 10
Reading 10
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers prefer applicants to have a
bachelor’s degree in computer
graphics, art or a related field.
• Employees usually request a portfolio
that demonstrates strong technical
skills.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Animator, Multimedia Artist
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a multi-media artist or animator
was $72,520 per year or $34.87 per hour.
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
CAREER CLUSTER
CHILD CARE CENTER OPERATIONS
V200206
CIP 0419070802
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Child Care Center Operations will provide
opportunities for future administrators of early
childhood facilities to develop and enhance their
leadership role in designing and implementing
quality early child care and education programs.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program is a planned sequence of instruction
consisting of one occupational completion point.
The content of the program includes, but is not
limited to, organizational leadership, financial
management, legal obligations and
responsibilities, educational programming,
marketing strategies, assessment, monitoring
practices, observations, referrals, and
collaboration of programs with families and
community resources.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational Completion
Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
HEV0160 SOC 11-9031
Child Care Center Director (OCP A)
45
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Activities provide competency based applied
learning that contributes to academic knowledge,
higher-order reasoning and problem solving skills,
and knowledge of all aspects of the Education and
Training career cluster.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor and
instructor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 18 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
● Possess an active staff credential, the
Early Childhood Professional
Certificate (ECPC)
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open- exit
basis. Students may enter the program anytime
during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
45 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED Tuesday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Students are exempt from the basic skills
requirements for courses of 450 clock
hours of instruction or less.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to
complete a Dept. of Children and
Families mandatory training program.
• Posses an active CDA Staff Credential
• Employers recommend experience in
early childhood education.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Child Care Center Director, Pre-school Center
Director
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a childcare center director was
$47,940 per year or $23.05 per hour.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION E300100
CIP 0419070913
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Early Childhood Education
Program, which prepares students for
employment in a child care center, focuses on
broad, transferable skills and stresses
understanding and demonstration of the following
elements of the early childhood industry: safety
issues and developmentally appropriate practices
for children through age eight.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program is a planned sequence of instruction
consisting of 600 clock hours of instruction and
four occupational completion points. The
program is comprised of 120 hours of classroom
instruction and 480 hours of direct work with
children. Upon completion of this program and
meeting all requirements, students are awarded
the Early Childhood Professional Certificate
(ECPC).
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No. Course Title and
Occupational Completion Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
HEV0870 SOC 39-9011
Child Care Worker 1 (OCP A) 150
HEV0871 SOC 39-9011
Child Care Worker 2 (OCP B) 150
HEV0872 SOC 25-2011
Teacher Aide (Preschool) (OCP C) 150
HEV0873 SOC 25-2011
Preschool Teacher (OCP D) 150
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES Activities provide instruction in the use of
manipulative equipment, language development,
creative art, music, science, dramatic play,
developmentally appropriate practices, brain
research, classroom management, and Child
Development Associate (CDA) competencies.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS ● Interview with a counselor and
instructor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program
● Be at least 18 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
● Submit a Level 2 background check
● Possess a high school diploma
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 600 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED M/W 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
T/R 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Saturday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical education students to
complete this program are the following:
Mathematics 9
Language 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to
complete a two-part Dept. of Children/
Families mandatory training program.
• Earn the Early Childhood Education
Professional Certificate
• Employers recommend certification in
infant/child CPR and First Aid.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Child Care Worker, Teacher Aide, Pre-school
Teacher
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a childcare workers was
$29,780 per year or $14.32 per hour.
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HUMAN SERVICES
CAREER CLUSTER
COSMETOLOGY
D500100
CIP 0612040102
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The Cosmetology Program prepares students for
employment as a licensed hairdresser, hairstylist,
and cosmetologist. Instruction is designed to
prepare students to pass a state examination and
obtain a cosmetology license.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The content includes, but is not limited to the
following: communications, leadership, human
relations, employability skills, safe and efficient
work practices, Florida cosmetology law and
rules, acquisition of knowledge of the
cosmetology, nails, facials specialist and the
related chemistry, bacteriology, anatomy and
physiology, and development of skills in
performing the electrical techniques required in
the practice of the cosmetology, nails, and facials
specialist occupations.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational
Completion Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
CSP0009 SOC 39-5012
Grooming and Salon Services Core, Facials
and Nails (OCP A)
225
COS0002 SOC 39-5012
Cosmetology and Hairdresser 1 (OCP A)
300
COS0003 SOC 39-5012
Cosmetology and Hairdresser 2 (OCP A)
300
COS0009 SOC 39-5012
Cosmetology and Hairdresser 3 (OCP A)
375
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Shop or laboratory activities are an integral part
of this program. These activities provide
instruction in the use of tools, equipment,
materials, and processes found in the industry.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
● Interview with a counselor
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 1200 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon. - Fri. 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
Mon. - Thurs. 3:45 PM - 10:00 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical education students to
complete this program are the following:
Mathematics 8
Language 8
Reading 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to
complete a state approved 1,200
cosmetology program.
• Pass the State Cosmetology License
Exam.
• Complete a 4-hour HIV/AIDS training
course
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Hairstylist, Cosmetologist, and a range of beauty
services
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a cosmetologist was $24,830
per year or $11.94 per hour.
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FACIALS SPECIALTY
I120424
CIP 0612040805
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Facials Specialty Program is to
prepare students for employment by passing the
Florida state examination and obtaining a Facials
Specialty Certificate as a licensed facials/skin
care specialist.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The content includes, but is not limited to the
following: communications, leadership, human
relations, employability skills, safe and efficient
work practices, Florida cosmetology law and
rules, acquisition of knowledge of the facials
specialty and the related chemistry, bacteriology,
anatomy and physiology, and development of
skills in performing the techniques required in the
practice of the facials specialist occupation.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational
Completion Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
CSP0265 SOC 39-5094
Facials/Skin Care Specialists (OCP A)
260
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Shop or laboratory activities are an integral part
of this program. These activities provide
instruction in the use of tools, equipment,
materials, and processes found in the industry.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
● Interview with a counselor
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
260 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon. - Fri. 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
Mon. - Thurs. 3:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday/Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Students are exempt from the basic skills
requirements for courses of 450 clock hours of
instruction or less.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to
complete a state approved esthetician
program
• Pass the state exam. for licensure
• Complete a 4-hour HIV/AIDS training
course
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Facials Specialist, Skin Care Specialist
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a facials specialist was $31,290
per year or $15.05 per hour.
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NAILS SPECIALTY
I120414
CIP 0612041004
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Nails Specialty Program is to
prepare students for employment by passing the
Florida state examination to obtain a Nails
Specialty Certificate as a licensed manicurist and
pedicurist.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The content includes, but is not limited to the
following: communications, leadership, human
relations and employability skills, safe and
efficient work practices, Florida cosmetology law
and rules, acquisition of knowledge of the nails
specialty and related chemistry, bacteriology,
anatomy, and physiology, and development of
skills in performing the techniques required in the
practice of the nails specialist occupation.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational
Completion Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
CSP0015 SOC 39-5092
Manicurists and Pedicurists (OCP A)
240
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Shop or laboratory activities are an integral part
of this program. These activities provide
instruction in the use of tools, equipment,
materials, and processes found in the industry.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
● Interview with a counselor
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM
240 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon. - Fri. 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
Mon. - Thurs. 3:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday/Sunday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Students are exempt from the basic skills
requirements for courses of 450 clock hours of
instruction or less.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to
complete a state approved nail
technician program.
• Pass the state exam for licensure
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Manicurist, Pedicurist
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a nails specialist was $24,330
per year or $11.70 per hour.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CAREER CLUSTER
NETWORK SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
B079300 – CIP 0511090105
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The objectives of the Network Systems
Administration Program are to prepare students
for employment as a network administrator or to
continue with advanced training in a variety of
occupations in the information technology
industry.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program includes instruction in computer
literacy, software application support, basic
hardware configuration, networking
technologies, troubleshooting, security and
administration, customer service, and human
relations skills A student who completes the
applicable competencies at any occupational
completion point may either continue with the
training or become an occupational completer.
INSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF
Course No.
Course Title and Occupational
Completion Points (OCPs)
Total Hours
OTA0040 SOC 15-1151
Information Technology Assistant
(OCP A)
150
EEV0504 SOC 15-1151
Computer Support Assistant (OCP B)
150
CTS0026 SOC 15-1142
Network Support Technician (OCP C)
150
CTS0027 SOC 15-1142
Systems Administrator (OCP D)
150
CTA0028 SOC 15-1143
Systems Engineer (OCP E)
150
CTS0029 SOC 15-1143
Wireless Network Administrator (OCP F)
150
EEV0317 SOC 15-1143
Data Communications Analyst (OCP G)
150
LABORATORY ACTIVITIES
Hands-on activities are an integral part of this
program.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
● Interview with a counselor
● Take initial assessment in reading,
mathematics, and language within six
weeks of entering the program.
● Be at least 16 years old and officially
withdrawn from high school
ENTRANCE DATES
This program operates on an open-entry/open-
exit basis. Students may enter the program
anytime during the school year.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM 1050 hours
DAY/TIME PROGRAM OFFERED
Mon. - Thurs. 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Mon. - Thurs. 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
BASIC SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
The minimum basic skills grade levels required
for adult career/technical education students to
complete this program are the following:
Mathematics 9
Language 9
Reading 9
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Employers require applicants to hold a
post-secondary certificate or an
associate degree or a bachelor’s degree
in a field related to computer or
information science.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Network Systems Administrator, Computer
Systems Administrator
SALARY
According to the 2018 Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the median pay of a network systems
administrator was $82,050 per year or $39.45 per
hour.
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FACULTY LISTING (FULL-TIME) Administrator’s Name Credentials Conferring Institution
Carballo, Yamila Principal
B.A. Political Science M.S. Reading Ed. Specialist Educational Leadership
St. Thomas University Nova Southeastern University Florida International University
Raventos, Gonzalo Assistant Principal
B.A. Communications M.S. Educational Leadership
Florida State University Nova Southeastern University
Manuel Ruiz Assistant Principal
B.A. Political Sciences and Economics M.S. Educational Leadership
Boston College Nova Southeastern University
Varona, Ana Assistant Principal
B. S. Special Education M.S. Special Education Ed. Specialist Educational Leadership
Florida International University Florida International University Florida International University
Employee’s Name Credentials Conferring Institution
Arriete, Lourdes
B.A. Social Studies
M.A. TESOL
Ed. Specialist Educational Leadership
Miami-Dade College
Florida International University
Barry University
Gonzalez, Jonathan B.S. Social Work Florida International University
Gonzalez, Juan B.A. Elementary Education
M.A. Guidance Counselor
Ed. Specialist Educational Leadership
Florida International University
St. Thomas University
Lamar, Vera District Certification – Child Care Training District Certification
Morejon, Elena B.A. Public Administration Florida International University
Perez Martinez, Eusebio B.A. German
M.A. Instructional Technology
Ph.D. English Linguistics and American Studies
Foreign College/University
Georgia State University
Georgia State University
Ramirez-Luis, Marlene B.S. Special Education
M.A. ESOL Nova University
University of Miami
Ricondo, Susana B.A. English Florida International University
Rosh, Patricia B.A. Guidance Counselor
M.A. Guidance Counselor
St. Thomas University
Florida International University
Soto, Miguel M.S. ESL Florida International University
West, Timmy B.A. Business Management Saint Leo University
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FACULTY LISTING (PART-TIME) Employee’s Name
Credentials Conferring Institution
Aguila, Jose M.S. Mathematics & Computer Science Foreign College / University
Agustin, George District Certification – A/C & Heating Mechanics District Certification
Albuquerque, Jose B.A. History Florida International University
Alvarez, Edgardo B.A. Foreign University
Angel-Bello, Miguel B.A. Linguistics Foreign University
Asensio, Elena District Certification - Economics District Certification
Bennaton, Karla B.A. Florida International University
Bernal, Mario B.A. English Foreign College / University
Camara, Claudia B.A. Elementary Education, ESOL
M.A. Elementary Education, ESOL
Barry University
Florida International University
Cano, Beatriz B.S. Modern Language Education
M.S. TESOL
Florida International University
Florida International University
Carpio, Maria B.A. Spanish and Literature Foreign College University
Casas, Hazel B.S. Business Administration
B.A. Human Resources
Foreign College/University
Foreign College/ University
Castellanos, Alfredo B.S Civil Engineering Foreign College / University
Castillo, Cecilia B.A. Special Education, Guidance Counselor Florida International University
Castro, Pedro B.S. Science Foreign College/University
Contreras-Millan, Cecilia Ed. Specialist Linguistics Nova Southeastern `University
Corrales, Ines B.A. TESOL Foreign College / University
Cricien, Edith B.A. Economics
M.S. Economics
Foreign College / University
Foreign College / University
De Leon, Teresita B.A. Music Foreign College / University
De Varona-Sosa, Lenier District Certification - ESOL District Certification
Diaz De Arce, Maria B.S. Medical Technology Florida International University
Duque, Martha B.A. Architecture Foreign College / University
Fajin, Adrian B.S. Management and Supervision Miami-Dade College
Fernandez, Jorge B.A. Spanish
M.S. Administration and Supervision K-12
Ph. D. Jurisprudence
Calvin College
Florida International University
Wayne State University
Fernandez, Mercedes B.A. Accounting
M.S. Taxation
Florida International University
Florida International University
Garcia, Madeline B.A. Elementary Education, ESOL Nova Southeastern University
Fleitas, Pedro B.A. Business Administration Florida International University
Gonzalez, Barbara B.A. Psychology Foreign College / University
Groff, Benjamin B.A. Art Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Guanipa Ocando, Heberto B.B.A. Business Administration St. Thomas University
Green, Richard B.S. Communication and Political Science Florida State University
Ilan, Alexander B.A. Political Science CUNY Hunter College
Jafari-Rohani, Juliana M.S. Reading
B.S. Pre-Kindergarten Primary
Barry University
Barry University
Jean-Jacques, Djenane B.A. Sociology
M.S. Varying Exceptionalities
Florida Atlantic University
Nova Southeastern University
Lazcano, Fausto B.S. Accounting
M.S. Accounting
City College, Inc. (Miami)
Strayer University
Leon, Niurkin District Certification ESOL District Certification
Leon Sanchez, Alain B.S. TESOL Foreign College / University
Leon, Guadalupe B.S. Russian Pedagogy
Foreign College / University
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Employee’s Name Credentials Conferring Institution
Lira, Jose B.A.
M.A. Foreign College / University
Foreign College / University
Llanos Castro, Mirtha District Certification - Cosmetology District Certification
Lopez Moyal, Diana District Certification - Music District Certification
Lopez, Daulemis District Certification - Cosmetology District Certification
Low, Yalili B.A. Elementary Education, ESOL Florida International University
Mariani, Anna B.A. Foreign Law M.S. Exceptional Student Education
Foreign College / University
Nova Southeastern University
Marquez Paz, Susana B.A. Law Foreign College/ University
Martinez, Oidely District Certification - Cosmetology District Certification
Martinez De Castro, Claudia B.A. Math St. Thomas University
Munoz, Dahumy District Certification? District Certification?
Munoz, Mave B.A. Computer Science
M.S. Business Administration
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University
Murillo, Brian B.A. Fine Arts/Visual Art Florida International University
Murillo, Renier District Certificate - Art District Certification
Oliva, Guillermo B.A. Art Foreign College / University
Orbea, Ivy District Certification - Cosmetology District Certification
Ordonez, Percy District Certification - Commercial Art District Certification
Pajon-Fernandez, Abel
Paz, Noel District Certification –Business Data Processing District Certification
Portuondo, Ileana District Certification – Business Education District Certification
Rodriguez, Ricardo District Certification - ESOL District Certification
Ramirez, Yolanda B.S. Sociology Foreign College / University
Romero, Liz B.A. Economics
M.S. Special Education
Foreign College / University
Carlos Albizu University
Ruiz De Villa, Ernesto District Certification – A/C & Heating Mechanics District Certification
Soguero-Gonzalez, Raydeivis M.A. Architecture
B.A. Architecture
Florida International University
Florida International University
Tejedor, Eduardo B.S. Mathematics Foreign College / University
Tomasek, Christin District Certification – English District Certification
Torres, Francia B.A. English
Florida International University
Valdes, Roberto District Certification –Business Data Processing District Certification
Valido-Munoz, Katia M.A. Florida International University
Vilardell, Edelida B.A. Liberal Studies
M.S. TESOL
Nova Southeastern University
Nova Southeastern University
Yeras, Morales, Nirsy District Certification - English District Certification
Winfrey, Frances B.A. English
M.S. Administration of Adult Education
Ed. D. Administration and Supervision
Texas Technological University
Florida International University
Nova Southeastern University
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair
Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall Ms. Susie V. Castillo
Mr. Lawrence S. Feldman Dr. Martin Karp Ms. Lubby Navarro Dr. Marta Pérez Ms. Mari Tere Rojas
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
DISTRICT/SCHOOL OPERATIONS ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Mrs. Valtena G. Brown Mr. Luis E. Diaz Mr. Arnold R. Montgomery Dr. Reginald H. Johnson Mr. Rene Mantilla Ms. Renny L. Neyra
Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Superintendent Assistant Superintendent Administrative Director Administrative Director District Director District Director
THE ENGLISH CENTER
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Ms. Yamila M. Carballo Mr. Gonzalo Raventos Mr. Manuel Ruiz Ms. Ana M. Varona
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
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